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The Gospel of John (30): The Faith That Saves
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 8:21-30 to highlight the path to salvation in Christ Jesus. Jesus contrasted the earthly man and the heavenly man, and he spoke of the faith needed to bring sinners to salvation. “It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself…
The Book of Ephesians (21): The Dwelling Place of God
In Ephesians 2:11-22, we learn how believers are being joined together, growing into a holy temple in the Lord. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains the solid foundation, the unified construction, and the glorious habitation.
“In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place for…
The Gospel of John (29): The Light of the World
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 8:12-20 to focus on the words of Jesus, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” In this message, we learn about the Light that reveals, guides, and saves. “In him was life, and the life was…
The Book of Ephesians (20): A New Family Name
Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven revisits Ephesians 2:11-22, which proclaims that believers have a new status as members of the household of God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains the believer’s change from being aliens to being household members in the household of God, and the duties of life for household members in the household of God.
“So then you are no…
The Gospel of John (28): The Blind Heart of External Religion
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses John 7:53-8:11 to highlight the dangers of judging fellow believers. This message clarifies the Pharisees’ right to speak, the Pharisees’ need to be silent, and the Pharisees’ shame to walk away. “Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce…
Who May Dwell with God
In Psalm 15:1-5, David explains who is welcome to dwell with God. Mr. Eduardo Martorano reviews the character, conversations, companions, and the commitments expected of all true believers. “Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abides forever.”
A Preview of the Supper to Come
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses Revelation 19:1-10 to highlight the marriage supper of the Lamb. This communion message explains who the Lamb is, who the bride is, and how the bride is adorned. “Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his Bride has made herself ready.”
Gospel Ministry
In 2 Corinthians 4:1-6, we learn the importance of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ. Mr. Eduardo Martorano explains the purpose, proclamation, and prescription of gospel ministry. “For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,’ has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.”
Eating and Drinking in the Presence of God
Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven uses Exodus 21:1-18 to describe a very special meal in the presence of the Lord. This communion preparatory message details the divine invitation, the divine celebration, and the divine warning. “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”
The Book of Ephesians (19): A New Citizenship and a New Family Name
Ephesians 2:11-22 reveals the new status of believers in the Kingdom of God. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains how strangers become new citizens and how aliens become household members.
“So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members…